Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
turpinii
ID:
1328805

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pedley

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya9: 237 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341259

Common Names

  • Tephrosia Turpinii
  • Turpinii Tephrosia
  • Turpin's Tephrosia

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Description

Tephrosia turpinii (also called Turpin's tephrosia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests. It is a shrub or small tree with twisted branches and yellow flowers. It has a spreading or upright habit.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia turpinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating colds, fever, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia turpinii has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia turpinii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Tephrosia turpinii

Tephrosia turpinii can be found in the tropical rainforest of Central and South America.

Tephrosia turpinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia turpinii?

Tephrosia turpinii

What is the common name of Tephrosia turpinii?

Tephrosia turpinii

Where is Tephrosia turpinii found?

It is found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Species in the Tephrosia genus

Tephrosia abbottiae, Tephrosia adunca, Tephrosia angustissima, Tephrosia belizensis, Tephrosia brandegei, Tephrosia cana, Tephrosia chrysophylla, Tephrosia cinerea, Tephrosia clementis, Tephrosia conzattii, Tephrosia cuernavacana, Tephrosia decumbens, Tephrosia diversifolia, Tephrosia egregia, Tephrosia florida, Tephrosia foliolosa, Tephrosia guaranitica, Tephrosia hassleri, Tephrosia hypoleuca, Tephrosia lanata, Tephrosia langlassei, Tephrosia leiocarpa, Tephrosia leucantha, Tephrosia lindheimeri, Tephrosia madrensis, Tephrosia major, Tephrosia marginata, Tephrosia mexicana, Tephrosia multifolia, Tephrosia nicaraguensis, Tephrosia nitens, Tephrosia onobrychoides, Tephrosia pachypoda, Tephrosia palmeri, Tephrosia perriniana, Tephrosia platyphylla, Tephrosia pogonocalyx, Tephrosia potosina, Tephrosia pringlei, Tephrosia quercetorum, Tephrosia rhodantha, Tephrosia rugelii, Tephrosia saxicola, Tephrosia seemannii, Tephrosia simulans, Tephrosia smallii, Tephrosia submontana, Tephrosia tepicana, Tephrosia thurberi, Tephrosia vernicosa,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Leslie Pedley (1930-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pedley' in the authors string.